Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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Chapter 2 - Equations, Inequalities, and Problem Solving - 2.3 Formulas - 2.3 Exercise Set - Page 101: 45

Answer

$y=\dfrac{3x-8}{5}$

Work Step by Step

Using the properties of equality, in terms of $ y $, the given equation, $ 3x-5y=8 $, is equivalent to \begin{array}{l} -5y=8-3x \\\\ y=\dfrac{8-3x}{-5} \\\\ y=-\dfrac{8-3x}{5} \\\\ y=\dfrac{3x-8}{5} .\end{array}
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